Homeward Bound at a Glance – January! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn We truly felt all the love at Homeward Bound during the month of February with all of the amazing activities that went on at our campus. We had more visitors later this month for the onsite Job Fair, where residents and members of the community …
Community Partner Spotlight: Thunderbirds Charities Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Thunderbirds Charities Aids Wrap-Around Programming Amidst Arizona’s Housing Crisis PHOENIX – December 10, 2022 – On December 10, 2023, Thunderbirds Charities, awarded a grant of $225,000 to Homeward Bound to support families facing homelessness across The Valley. From 2020 to 2022 Arizona’s homelessness population rose by 23%. …
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Homeward Bound at a Glance – January! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Homeward Bound has so much to be excited about in 2023 as we approach our 33rd Anniversary and 23 years since our Thunderbirds Family Village Campus opened, all thanks to the Difference Makers at McCarthy Building Companies, who will be helping us by renovating our …
Community Partner Spotlight: Friends of Homeward Bound Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Meet our community partners, The Friends of Homeward Bound. This philanthropy group is comprised of dedicated women working to end homelessness in our community. Founded by great friends pictured above from left to right Kathi Neal, Roseann Dunteman, Tiffanie Leyvas, Patty Sapp, and Suzanne Dickey, …
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Homeward Bound at a Glance – December! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn December was such a magical time around Homeward Bound, with so much to celebrate. The month started strong with our Thunderbirds Charities holiday party! Homeward Bound families joined us for a festive afternoon of cookie decorating, visits with Santa, and a delicious community meal, …
Community Partner Spotlight: Phoenix Suns Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Last month, five Arizona nonprofits were selected to receive a $100,000 grant from the Devin Booker Starting Five Program. This is the fourth consecutive year of this program running since Booker pledged $2.5 million to Phoenix Suns Charities to improve the lives of youth and families in …
What the shortage of affordable housing means for families in the valley Facebook Twitter LinkedIn In Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Mesa, we are currently experiencing a shortage of affordable housing that is increasing the number of families facing homelessness at an alarming rate. This has made it extremely difficult for families to find housing and has …
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Ashley and how She Breaks the Stigma of Facing Homelessness Families facing homelessness are often classified as the “invisible population” due to the great lengths they go to in order to keep their integrity and family unit intact. Under the blind eye of society, homeless youth and families are far less visible in our daily …
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Linda and Her Two Daughter’s Unique Journey Home Facing homelessness can be a life-altering and traumatic experience for adults and children. The uncertainty of where you will sleep at night or where your next meal will come from can have lasting emotional and intellectual effects. Having a stable and safe place to call home for …
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Community Partner Spotlight: Sunstate Equipment Foundation Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Meet our community partners over at Sunstate Equipment Foundation. This 501 (c) 3 nonprofit charitable foundation was formed in 2015 to give its employees an opportunity to give back to their community. The primary focus of their charitable action is in Phoenix, but as they have …
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“When I first came to Homeward Bound, I was so excited. I was finally able to be independent and still have a case manager by my side to show me how to budget and achieve my goals. My time at Homeward Bound made me feel safe and helped me save enough to buy my first home for my son and I.”
Dianira
“Through Homeward Bound’s prevention program, I was able to catch up on my rent and utilities which provided me more time to find steady work and get back on my feet.”
Mulubrhan
“When our child was three months old, we were seeking a safe, supportive and education minded school for her to attend full time. After researching multiple centers, we landed on Strong Foundations. Boy, are we glad we did! Strong Foundations has helped our child meet and exceed growth milestones. Today, at three years old, she is thriving and happy!”
Jeannie & David